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Iran's Revolutionary Guards say they have struck ships in the Strait of Hormuz after the US launched new strikes on Iran, prompting Tehran to declare the vital waterway closed. US Central Command says commercial traffic continues, while oil prices have risen and India has summoned the US envoy over an attack on a ship carrying Indian sailors.
Iran's military command has threatened to target any ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz, while the US military conducts new strikes. Amid the escalation, diplomatic efforts continue, with reports of a possible memorandum of understanding and discussions about tolls and reconstruction funding.
The U.S. military has conducted new strikes against Iran, targeting military facilities, as President Trump threatens more action and imposes fresh sanctions. Iran has responded with threats to target ships in the Strait of Hormuz, raising concerns about global energy prices and the fragile ceasefire.
The United States has launched strikes against multiple targets in Iran, according to US Central Command, following the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the attacks are part of ongoing ceasefire negotiations, while explosions were reported in several Iranian cities.
President Donald Trump threatened further military strikes on Iran, accusing Tehran of stalling peace efforts and warning of more attacks if no deal is reached. The remarks follow US strikes in response to an Iranian drone downing a US Apache helicopter. Trump also mentioned the possibility of striking Iranian power plants and infrastructure.
The UK government has introduced the National Security (State Threats) Bill, which would give the Home Secretary power to designate foreign state-linked groups as threats to national security, potentially including Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The legislation, expected to come into force next month, would criminalize support for designated proxies and follows a rise in Iran-backed plots and a 35% increase in state threat investigations.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will stand firm against any US pressure or threat, responding to President Trump's warning of continued strikes. Tensions rise as US forces target oil tankers, China urges restraint, and the UN seeks answers on Iran's nuclear program.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will run in elections due by October, his Likud party announced, after US President Donald Trump questioned his intentions. Netanyahu faces corruption charges and public criticism over his wartime leadership, while he pledges a broader coalition government.
The United States and Iran have exchanged new threats following a round of airstrikes, deepening concerns over the fragile ceasefire. The escalation follows the downing of a US helicopter, with both sides accusing each other of undermining diplomacy.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has emphasized Iran's right to self-defense and called on the US to withdraw its forces from the region, following US strikes on Iran and subsequent IRGC attacks on US bases. The exchanges were reported by TASS, which highlighted both Iran's condemnation of US actions and its warning of retaliation.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed attacks on US bases in Bahrain and Jordan, and Kuwait reported intercepting hostile targets, after US strikes on Iranian territory. The exchange marks a sharp escalation in the days-long conflict, with analysts divided on whether de-escalation or further confrontation lies ahead.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says it struck the US Navy's Fifth Fleet in Bahrain and a base in Kuwait in retaliation for US attacks, following the downing of an American Apache helicopter. The US Central Command denies the attacks succeeded, saying all Iranian strikes failed.
Amid war and sanctions, Iranians face soaring food prices and shortages despite government measures like wage hikes and food vouchers. Reports from DW and The Guardian detail annual increases of up to 308% for staple goods and a new 'resistance economy committee' to combat price gouging.
An analysis of recent events suggests Israel has achieved significant military victories over Iran, Hamas, and Hezbollah, but its diplomatic standing is at its lowest since the 1970s. The lack of a comprehensive strategy risks undermining long-term security.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with Mexico facing South Africa at the Estadio Azteca, featuring a record 48 teams and 104 matches across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. The tournament is overshadowed by controversies over ticket prices, immigration policies, and the U.S.-Iran conflict, while expectations of $13 billion in revenue highlight its economic significance.
Iranian citizens, speaking to Israeli media, describe themselves as 'hostages of a cruel regime' and oppose any potential US-Iran deal, fearing it would erase their sacrifices. Separately, Iranian officials have demanded development of intercontinental ballistic missiles in a letter to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, casting doubt on Washington's trustworthiness. Reports also highlight the regime's acknowledgment of fewer than 4,000 protest deaths versus human rights estimates of up to 30,000.
A US Army Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz; both crew members were rescued and President Trump said they are fine. The cause remains unclear, and the incident follows recent Iran-Israel exchanges and ongoing tensions over the waterway.
Renewed tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran over the weekend have heightened Middle East tensions, despite US President Donald Trump's calls for restraint. Analysts suggest the escalation underscores Trump's limited control over Israeli actions and may strengthen Iran's hand in ongoing negotiations with Washington.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a 'positive' conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, praising their readiness to work on a settlement. The remarks come amid reports that Trump's foreign policy focus has shifted to the Middle East, and following European leaders' support for a potential Zelensky-Putin meeting.
A wave of arrests by Taliban morality police in Afghanistan's Herat city over dress-code violations has triggered rare protests, resulting in at least two deaths and dozens of injuries. The UN and human rights bodies have condemned the crackdown, while Taliban authorities deny casualties and defend their actions under Islamic law.